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Race Result Details |
| Racer | xkcd (xkcd2000) |
| Race Number | 2669 |
| Date | Fri, 4 Apr 2025 11:48:35 |
| Speed |
79 WPM
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| Accuracy | 97% |
| Rank | 1st place (out of 4) |
| Opponents | cptn (4th place) maloaise (3rd place) slowtyperph_1 (2nd place) |
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The basic concept is simple: a satellite in geosynchronous orbit is connected by cable to a stationary or mobile platform somewhere on Earth's equator. An elevator would ride up and down the cable at a fraction of present costs. Many sane and sober people believe that a space elevator will be constructed within this century.
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Civilization IV
 (game)
by Sid Meier
(see stats)
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